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Land Rover Discovery Sport updated for 2024

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The Land Rover Discovery may not carry the prestige Range Rover badge but for some it is still a modern capable medium sized SUV. Produced in only two derivatives the Discovery Sport is available in the Dynamic SE and the Dynamic HSE.  Exterior: Contrast roof with distinct exterior body accents including the grille, lower body sills and lower bumpers all featuring the Gloss Black finish. The front claw detail on the bumpers and wheel arches also boasts the Gloss Black finish which amplifies the icons bold presence along with the…

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Unveiling the 2024 Honda CR-V: A Fusion of Power, Comfort, and Safety

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Introducing the 6th generation of Honda’s beloved SUV, the 2024 Honda CR-V, where rugged meets sophistication, creating a vehicle perfectly suited for daily commutes or weekend adventures. With an array of enhancements both inside and out, this SUV promises a heightened driving experience. Let’s delve into the key features of this modern marvel: Exterior Design: The CR-V showcases an all-new rugged yet sophisticated design, boasting a sleek roofline and a more commanding presence on the road. Notable design elements include distinctive grille designs, standard LED headlights, and sleek 19-inch wheels…

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Citroën C3 the best of the bunch?

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Prepare to be dazzled by the Citroën C3, a stylish masterpiece that brings the signature exuberance synonymous with Citroën models to the fast-growing B-segment, all at an irresistible price tag. Bid farewell to the sophisticated yet niche outgoing Citroën C3 hatchback, as its successor is an all-new, budget-friendly compact crossover. Stellantis has designed this gem to captivate a broader audience, introducing them to the allure of the Citroën brand. Behold the Citroën C3! While paying homage to its compatriot brand Renault’s success with its “priced-to-go” offerings, the new C3 retains…

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Maserati FTributo Special Edition(2023)

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Maria Teresa De Filippis was the first woman to qualify for a formula 1 Grand Prix having done so aboard a Maserati 250F. To pay tribute to both Maria Teresa and the racing world Maserati have released a limited series FTributo Special Edition in the Ghibli and Levante models offering two very exclusive colours, Arancio Devil and Grigio Lamiera. The Arancio Devil is a special saturated orange, a combination of vibrant energy and audacity to recall Maria Teresa’s nickname “The She Devil.” Conversely the grey Grigio Lamiera is inspired by…

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New Audi RS 3 Sportback/Sedan

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If you are looking for a trendy high-performance eye-catcher, why not look at the newly launched Audi RS 3 in Sportback styling or if you prefer the Sedan. Respected on the road for both design and speed, the new A3 maybe the one for you. Let us get the cost out of the way first then we can have a look at what your rands will buy you. Introduced today with starting prices at R1 215 000 for the RS 3 Sportback and R1 245 000 for the Sedan, inclusive of vat.  The award…

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Maserati MC20 Cielo

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I was lucky enough to see the Maserati MC20 super sports car in April 2022 when I was visiting Scotland, in a showroom in Hamilton, a rare find as it was the only MC20 in the UK at the time. An incredibly special experience from an incredibly special supercar. Now a few weeks later Maserati has launched the MC20 Cielo, the Spyder version of this one-of-a-kind true performance supercar. MC stands for Maserati Corsa (Racing) and the 20 refers to 2020 the year the brand’s new era began. Cielo meaning…

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Peugeot’s Landtrek 4×4(2022) Reviewed

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Over nearly a century, Peugeot has been a formidable force in Africa. The new LANDTREK enables Peugeot to make a strong comeback in a market where it has a very strong heritage, the LANDTREK personifies the DNA of legendary models such the 404 wagon and the 504 Pick-Up which sold exceptionally well in SA back in the day. Peugeot bravely releases the all new LANDTREK, which enters the One-Ton Pick-Up segment and accounts for more than 25% of the South African new vehicle market, and possibly the hardest segment to…

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Toyota Rumion 2021 Pricing and Spec

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Most drivers on our roads will recognise the Toyota Avanza, the seven-seater people mover small MPV which has been on our roads for two generations. Well now the Avanza has made way for the Toyota Rumion a much-improved vehicle catering to evolving customer’s needs and a good fit for both leisure and business customers. This will be the third joint venture with Suzuki following the success of the “Starlet” and “Urban Cruiser”, both of which have achieved significant sales levels in a short space of time. The newcomer retains the…

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BAIC B40 PLUS SUV in South Africa (2021)

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Firstly, who is BAIC and what are they about. The BAIC Group (Beijing Automotive International Corporation) is one of the five largest automotive groups in China. Its headquarters are in Beijing with its Turin Styling Centre in Italy. They have been around for 59 years and they produce automobiles at various locations in China and currently employ more than 130 000 employees. In 2018 the company sold 2,402,000 vehicles from both passenger and commercial sales. Today BAIC Group ranks number 124th in the Future Global 500 and has been on the…

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Audi e-tron range heading to South Africa

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The race is on as automobile manufacturers begin to make actual progress in showcasing actual electric vehicles available for purchase by buyers looking for full electric alternatives. In South Africa Audi is one such manufacturer bringing its e-tron range to the country early in 2022. A model range that includes the e-tron SUV, e-tron Sportback and e-tron GT. Over the past 100 years Audi has built its brand hinged on producing prestige vehicles with advance technology and design. The quattro all-wheel drive was introduced ahead of its competition and the…

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All New Lexus NX(2022)

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Moving forward Lexus has announced to the world the first model in the next generation range the NX. Since 1989 Lexus has been committed to innovation, and diversifying needs in a new carbon-neutral society. The NX a “premium Urban Sports Gear” concept offering luxury crossover, agile driving performance and powerful design. Since introduction until April 2021 the NX has sold cumulative a total of approximately 1 million units in over 90 countries and regions making it a global player. The new NX features improved linear response thanks to the strengthening of the car’s fundamentals and new technology. The…

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Updated Suzuki Swift for 2021 Reviewed

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Suzuki – the fastest-growing automotive brand in the country, has just updated 2 of its top-selling models, we look at the Swift 1.2GLX 5MT. To read the Review of the outgoing Swift Click Here  Whats New? Suzuki has announced an update to its popular compact hatchback/budget car using the word “minor” and I would like to say from the outset it is less than a minor up-date. The revision offers a few new colours (including some 2-tone options on the GLX derivatives) and a new sportier 15-inch alloy wheel design. If you have a look…

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The all-new Opel Corsa 1.2 Turbo Elegance Review

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The Opel Corsa supermini has had a legendary history dating all the way back to 1982 when the car was first sold in the United Kingdom and Europe. Only in the early 90’s did the Corsa make its presence in South Africa with the B shape model. Built on a General Motors front-wheel-drive (FWD) platform the early Corsa models were one of the few supermini hatchbacks available in SA until Peugeot, Renault and VW came along. The battle of the superminis has raged on ever since and now in 2021 we have on test Opel’s latest…

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First Volkswagen Golf 8 GTi lands in South Africa

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The generation eight Golf Gti will launch in SA from the third quarter of 2021, delayed as a result of the global shortage of the semiconductor chips. Some new Golf 8 Gti units started arriving in the country from the middle of April 2021. These units will be held until enough vehicles are available for the launch estimated to be at the beginning of the third quarter of 2021. South Africa is one of the Golf GTi’s largest markets outside of Europe selling over 14 000 units of the Golf 7 Gti since its introduction in July…

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The number of 500s made in Poland reaches 2.5 million!

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You see them on the road in South Africa and in Italy, UK, France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands and Japan to mention just a few countries in the world. The Fiat 500 just achieved 2.5 million models produced at Stellantis the Fiat plant in Tychy Poland. This is a record for a single model production at this factory. The actual 2.5 million model manufactured was a 500 Hybrid equipped with a 70 – hp mild hybrid engine, an efficient compact lightweight hybrid power unit reducing consumption and emissions. This variant was Fiats entry-point into the world…

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Range Rover Sport SVR Carbon Edition(2021) Spec and Price

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Carbon fibre is a light-weight material often used in car manufacturing replacing traditional materials to help contribute to the overall weight of the finished vehicle. Usually used in high performance automobiles with the objective of reducing load and increasing speed. Range Rover has introduced this product into its Sport range launching the SVR Carbon Edition which is the flagship model of the Range Rover line up. You will immediately identify this variant on the road by the carbon fibre centre section of the bonnet also featuring functional integrated cooling vents. Carbon trim has been applied to the…

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BMW 4 Series Coupé(2020) Spec and Pricing

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BMW South Africa has launched the latest generation of the sporty two-door 4 series. Available in three models, the rear wheel drive 420i and 420d are both offered as a standard base option or the M Sport package. The M440i xDrive is offered as an M Performance vehicle. BMW continues with the new enlarged prominent kidney grille in the 4 series which also assists the engines high cooling air requirements. Slim contour LED headlamps complete the front end and stylish darkened LED rear lights with eye-catching L-shaped elegance complement the coupe’ proportions. The sculptured shoulders and…

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Ford Ranger XL Optional Sport Pack(2020) Pricing

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  The Ford Ranger Bakkie has proved it is a vehicle of choice it its segment consistently achieving number two every month in units sold in South Africa. Starting with the entry level single cab base model at a retail price of R323 400 and ending with the double cab “Raptor” 4×4 HR at a retail price of R875 700, in total the Ranger has 33 variants to choose from. 10 of the models in the range are XL variants starting with the single cab with a retail price of R396 700 and ending with the double…

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The new BMW 128ti (2021)

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BMW launches globally in November 2020 the all new 128ti. With its specially tuned M Sport suspension and Torsen limited-slip differential, the exclusively front-wheel-drive compact sports has an unwavering focus on providing highly engaged driving pleasure. The new BMW 128ti is powered by a 2.0-litre BMW TwinPower Turbo, new technology which is a direct offshoot of the BMW M135i xDrive. – the BMW Group’s most powerful four-cylinder unit developing 195 kW (265 hp). The eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission is fitted as standard. Fuel consumption is claimed at between 6.1 and 6.4 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined…

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Ford Mustang – Mach-E revealed in Europe

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On April 17 th , 1964 the Ford Mustang was unveiled in New York by Henry Ford II. The retail price was $2 368 and by the weekend following the launch 22 000 cars had been ordered in the USA. In its first two years Ford sold one million units and since then in excess of ten million Ford Mustangs have been manufactured and sold across the globe. When the Ford Mustang automobile is mentioned it is always associated with an iconic American petrol driven muscle sports car. The legendary Ford Mustang was the inventor of the…

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